物語
ものがたり
monogatari
nounVocabularyLevel 38 - JLPT N3

Quick answer

物語 (ものがたり (monogatari)) means "tale · story · fable". Use the page for pronunciation and example sentences.

Meaning

tale · story · fable

Also : tale · story · fable · legend · account · narrative

Memory Aid

Meaning ·

The word 物語 (ものがたり) means 'tale'. Think of each kanji component contributing to the overall meaning of tale.

Example Sentences

物語をべんきょうします。

ものがたりをべんきょうします。

I study story.

物語がよくわかります。

ものがたりがよくわかります。

I understand story well.

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